Otolaryngology Clinic RN - Head & Neck Cancer

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN to join their Head and Neck Oncology team. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients battling cancer while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. You'll be responsible for managing patient care, delivering nursing interventions, and collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, this organization provides a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth. If you're passionate about nursing and ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

PPO Medical Plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an ADN.
• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage oncologic patient care and assist with clinic procedures.
• Deliver nursing interventions and provide patient education.

Skills

Patient Care

Nursing Interventions

Electronic Medical Records

Patient Education

Clinical Experience

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Medical Software

Electronic Medical Records Systems

Job description

Job Description - Otolaryngology Clinic RN - Head & Neck Cancer (863569)

Job Description

Otolaryngology Clinic RN - Head & Neck Cancer - ( 863569 )

Description

Otolaryngology Clinic RN-Head & Neck Oncology

Exciting opportunity to work in the Division of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology. We're seeking a passionate individual who thrives on delivering specialized nursing care to join our dynamic team of Head and Neck Oncology. You will experience new challenges and opportunities each day as you make a profound impact on the lives of patients battling head and Neck cancer.

Responsibilities include managing oncologic patient care under the direction of the surgeons, direct patient care through nursing clinic visits and assisting with clinic procedures, anticipating patient and provider needs as well as serving with other team members.

I f you’re ready to embark on an exciting career where your expertise and compassion will make a tangible difference in the fight against cancer, we invite you to join us on this extraordinary mission. Apply now and become a part of the future of medicine today!

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
This position works under general supervision of physician, mid-level provider and/or nursing supervisor to provide nursing services in care and treatment of patients.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Education
  Graduate of an approved/accredited nursing program with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience
  Specialty areas may have increased experience requirements as dictated by clinic or standard of care.
• Licenses and Certifications
  (RN) REGISTERED NURSE Licensure as Registered Nurse by Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas Upon Hire
  BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Through course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire

Preferred

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Experience
  1 year of clinical experience

JOB DUTIES

• Delivers nursing interventions to assigned patients that are consistent with stated medical plan of care utilizing the nursing process to assess, implement, and record patients' response in the medical record.
• Schedules patients' appointments, tests, and procedures via on-line computer system or telephone, and reinforces physician instructions in person and through telephone contact.
• Provides patient education and documents patient's response in medical record.
• Ensures appropriate patient consents and authorizations are obtained for research and/or medical treatment.
• Triages patient phone inquiries according to physician and/or departmental protocols and documents such actions in patients' medical records.
• Provides working supervision and delegates tasks to licensed vocational nurses, non-licensed medical staff, or office support personnel.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.
• Participates in the recommendation of policy and/or procedural changes according to nursing expertise.
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians during physical exams and medical procedures.
• Prepares and administers medications as prescribed by physician.
• Inspects equipment and facilities visually and physically to ensure patient safety and proper functioning of equipment.
• Maintains adequate stock of supplies as required for work area.
• Attends and participates in meetings related to clinical activities.
• Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions:
  (a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients;
  (b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants;
  (c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or
  (d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

Work Locations

: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd 5323 Harry Hines Blvd Dallas 75390

Job

Job

: Nursing

Organization

Organization

: 421002 - OT-Clinic Adult Otolaryngology

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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